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Ustekinumab – Uses, Dosage, and Brands in UAE

Brand Name: Wezenla

Strength: 45 mg/0.5ml | Form: Solution For Injection

Price in UAE: AED 11592.50

Available in UAE pharmacies

About Ustekinumab

Class: | Monoclonal antibody (IL-12/IL-23 inhibitor) Use: | Treatment of moderate to severe plaque psoriasis, psoriatic arthritis, and Crohn's disease Adult dose: | Initial dose: 90 mg subcutaneously (SC) at week 0, followed by 90 mg SC at week 4; maintenance dose: 90 mg SC every 12 weeks Pediatric dose: | Not established for patients under 18 years for plaque psoriasis; for pediatric Crohn's disease, dosing is based on weight (e.g., 0.5 mg/kg to 6 mg/kg) Side effects: | Headache, fatigu

Drug Class

Monoclonal antibody (IL-12/IL-23 inhibitor)

Uses & Indications

Treatment of moderate to severe plaque psoriasis, psoriatic arthritis, and Crohn's disease

Storage Requirements

Store in the refrigerator (2°C to 8°C); do not freeze; may be kept at room temperature (up to 25°C) for a maximum of 30 days

Manufacturer & Packaging

Manufacturer: Amgen Technology Unlimited Company (Dublin:Ireland), Ireland

Package Size

1 Pre-filled Syringe (0.5 ml)

Price & Supplier

Price in UAE: AED 11592.50

Dosage Information

Adult Dose

Initial dose: 90 mg subcutaneously (SC) at week 0, followed by 90 mg SC at week 4; maintenance dose: 90 mg SC every 12 weeks

Pediatric Dose

Not established for patients under 18 years for plaque psoriasis; for pediatric Crohn's disease, dosing is based on weight (e.g., 0.5 mg/kg to 6 mg/kg)

Side Effects

Headache, fatigue, injection site reactions, upper respiratory infections, nausea

Contraindications & Precautions

Hypersensitivity to ustekinumab or any component of the formulation; active infections, particularly tuberculosis

Important Warnings

Risk of serious infections; monitor for signs of tuberculosis; potential malignancy risk; hypersensitivity reactions; avoid live vaccines during treatment

Other Brands & Strengths Available in UAE

Different brands and strengths of Ustekinumab available in UAE pharmacies:

STELARA 130 mg/26ml Concentrate For Solution For Infusion STELARA 130 mg/26ml Concentrate For Solution For Infusion STELARA 45 mg/0.5ml Solution For Injection STELARA 45 mg/0.5ml Solution For Injection STELARA 45 mg/0.5ml Solution For Injection STELARA 90 mg/ml Solution For Injection STELARA 90 mg/ml Solution For Injection STELARA 90 mg/ml Solution For Injection Wezenla 130 mg/26ml Concentrate For Solution For Infusion Wezenla 45 mg/0.5ml Solution For Injection

Medical Disclaimer

This information is for educational purposes only and should not replace professional medical advice. Always consult with a licensed healthcare provider or pharmacist in the UAE before taking any medication. The information presented here is specific to medicines available in UAE pharmacies and is regularly updated to ensure accuracy for patients and healthcare professionals in the United Arab Emirates.

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